10. Assemble another sidewall frame and install (4) siding panels.
3.
Install 72" wall studs between the top and bottom plates.
4.
Nail frames together with 10d sinkers.
5.
Install a 48" and (2) two 70-1/2" long 2x6 boards as tie plates over the top plate.
The 2x6s will extend 3-1/2" beyond the end of the wall frame.
Step 8
Assemble Sidewalls Continued
Siding Extends 3/4" Below Plate
LAP
Siding Extends 3-1/2" Past Wall
6.
Locate (2) two siding panels that are 77-1/4" long and cut them to a length of 75-3/4"
.
7.
Square wall frame. Install (4) four 75-3/4" long siding panels. Install the first siding
panel with the 'LAP' edge extending 3-1/2" beyond the wall frame.
8.
Install (2) two full width siding panel in the center.
9.
Cut the last siding panel to extend 3-1/2" beyond the last wall stud.
B
A
48" Long
2x6 Tie Plate
3-1/2"
C
70-1/2" Long 2x6 Tie Plate
70-1/2" Long 2x6 Tie Plate
Tip; it will be easier to handle this wall if you install
the last siding panel after the walls are set.
